BESSEMER, Alabama -- The two candidates for Alabama House District 56 in the June 3 Democratic primary are the incumbent, Rep. Lawrence McAdory, and his lone challenger, Bessemer businesswoman and former city council member Louise Alexander.

The district -- in western Jefferson County -- takes in most of Bessemer, as well as all or parts of such communities as Brighton and Lipscomb.

Seats in the state House each have four-year terms. The seat's compensation is based on the state's median annual household income, which was $41,574 in 2012. Legislators can also be reimbursed for documented expenses.

Find stories about the House District 56 race by clicking here, including the candidates' responses during the forum held by Alabama Media Group's Birmingham editorial board.

Here are the candidates in the race, including the videos each candidate recorded telling voters why they are the best choice:

Political experience: Alexander served as a member of the Bessemer City Council from 1998-2010, representing the city's District 2. In 2010, she ran unsuccessfully for mayor of Bessemer. In 2012, she ran unsuccessfully for Jefferson County circuit court, Bessemer division. Also in 2012, in a special election, she failed to regain her old city council seat.